How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : Lethal Bizzle, Skepta, J Hus, Natalie La Rose, Dr Vades & Blanco, David Guetta, Chris Brown, B.o.B, MoStack, Dave, Kendrick Lamar, Stormzy
They are the performers of twelve hip-hop, soul, etc. tracks that ranked in various charts, this week (21/52) BUT … in the Tens 2010s.
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Tracklist
1 . Lethal Bizzle – They Got It Wrong (w/ Wiley) |
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2 . Skepta – That’s Not Me (w/ JME) |
| The music video is directed by Tim & Barry. |
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3 . J Hus – Common Sense |
| The music video is directed by Kalvadour Peterson. |
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4 . Natalie La Rose – Somebody (w/ Jeremih) |
| The music video is directed by Luke Gilford. |
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5 . Dr Vades & Blanco – Ringtone |
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6 . David Guetta – Light My Body Up (w/ Nicki Minaj & Lil Wayne) |
| The music video is directed by Benny Boom. |
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7 . Chris Brown – Loyal (w/ Lil Wayne, Tyga) |
| The music video is directed by Chris Brown. |
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Featured on the 2014 album “X”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
8 . B.o.B – So Good |
| The music video is directed by Justin Francis. |
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Featured on the 2012 album “Strange Clouds”. |
9 . MoStack – Wild |
| The music video is directed by Kaylum Dennis. |
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Featured on the 2019 album “Stacko”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
10 . Dave – Location (w/ Burna Boy) |
| The music video is directed by Kaylum Dennis & Dave. |
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Featured on the 2019 album “Psychodrama”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
11 . Kendrick Lamar – These Walls (w/ Bilal, Anna Wise, Thundercat) |
| The music video is directed by Colin Tilley. |
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Featured on the 2015 album “To Pimp A Butterfly“. |
12 . Stormzy – Return Of The Rucksack |
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Featured on the 2017 album “Gang Signs & Prayer”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. The 2013 single by Lethal Bizzle features Wiley as the collaborating artist. Wiley’s contribution in the grime and dubstep genres enhanced the track’s appeal.
2. Skepta’s single was shot on a shoestring budget of £80, showcasing creativity over cost. This low-budget production won the Best Video award at the MOBO Awards.
3. “Common Sense” by J Hus revolves around wealth and style. The track prominently mentions money, cars, and fashion.
4. Natalie La Rose’s debut track uses an interpolation of Whitney Houston’s “I Wanna Dance with Somebody.” Jeremih complements this homage with his vocal performances.
5. The production of Blanco’s single “Ringtone” is credited to Dr Vades. The track received extended life with a well-received remix.
6. David Guetta’s track was mixed by Daddy’s Groove at Test Pressing Studios. The collaboration with Minaj and Lil Wayne added star power.
7. Chris Brown’s single features guest verses by Lil Wayne and Tyga. The track’s theme centers on relationship dynamics.
8. B.o.B collaborated with Ryan Tedder for production on a single from “Strange Clouds.” The track achieved widespread certification in several countries.
9. MoStack’s song premiered on BBC Radio 1 as DJ Jack Saunders’ “Hottest Record.” This event built anticipation for his debut album “Stacko.”
10. Dave’s track featuring Burna Boy includes a sample from “Serah’s Theme” from Final Fantasy XIII. It blended afrobeats and hip-hop with gaming nostalgia.
11. Thundercat contributed backing vocals on Kendrick Lamar’s “To Pimp a Butterfly” track, enhancing its rich sonic layers. Thundercat’s work is recognized with Grammy accolades.
12. Stormzy’s debut album “Gang Signs & Prayer” was distributed by Warner Music Group. It marked Stormzy’s powerful entrance into the music industry.
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